Inpatient Behavioral Health Unit Technician (Part-Time)

Range Mental Health Center; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Life

401k

PTO

MNPMFL

Job summary

Range Mental Health Center is seeking a Unit Technician to provide direct client services and support program operations in our inpatient substance use disorders program in Virginia, MN. You will perform essential functions from admitting and discharging clients to administering medications and maintaining a safe environment.

The role requires a DHS background check, a high school diploma, and CPR/First Aid certification.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High School Diploma or equivalency preferred.
• CPR / First Aid certification required; certification can be provided by RMHC.
• Current Minnesota driver’s license.
• Pass a Department of Human Services background check.
• Meet minimum training requirements of training under the Minnesota Department of Human Services and the Minnesota Department of Health.
• One year free from substance use problems.

Responsibilities

• Answer the phones and relay calls and messages to the appropriate person.
• Assist with the admit and discharge of the people we serve including orientation of new admits.
• Perform cleaning of hallways, rooms, lounges, utility rooms, showers, bathrooms, and making of beds.
• Administer medications.
• Complete clinical documentation in the electronic health record (CREDIBLE).
• Complete admission / discharge DAANES data collection and data entry.
• Transport the people we serve to and from activities, appointments, court appearances, etc.
• Facilitate program activities and groups as assigned.
• Assist the nurse in providing hygiene care for the people we serve.
• Wash clothes for the people we serve as needed.
• Pick up meals on weekends and when the kitchen is closed from Edgewood Vista.
• Monitor clients and regularly walk through the unit; provide necessary direction or appropriate intervention to maintain a safe and compliant environment.
• Assist clients with homework as assigned by counseling staff.
• Perform room searches and confiscate contraband or unapproved items.
• Assist the Charge Nurse in performing drug screens.
• Search luggage, bags, clothing, and packages; document belongings; confiscate contraband and report it to the appropriate authorities if necessary.
• Check in and monitor visitors; search visitor clothing and deny entry of inappropriate or unapproved items.
• Follow the list of assigned job duties list for the shift being worked.
• Take direction for assigned tasks from Charge Nurse and Supervisors.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings as assigned.
• Follow all regulatory and statutory guidelines and requirements, and all RMHC policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Assertiveness

Non-verbal cues

Organization & prioritization

Confidentiality

Calm decision making

Computer literacy

Stress management

Verbal & written communication

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or equivalency

Job description

Range Mental Health Center is seeking a Unit Technician to provide direct client services and support program operations in our inpatient substance use disorders program in Virginia, MN. You will perform essential functions from admitting and discharging clients to administering medications and maintaining a safe environment.

The role requires a DHS background check, a high school diploma, and CPR/First Aid certification.